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as in supplement
something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else
with his practicality and her refreshing enthusiasm, they are perfect complements to each other
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as in to adorn
to serve as a completing element to
this silk handkerchief will complement your suit very nicely and give it a bit of dash
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Recent Examples of complement
James Raia, Mercury News, 31 Aug. 2025
The brand will launch mini styles as a complement to the full-sized pieces and a new array of collectible crystals in rose and clear quartz for customers to personalize their bags.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2025
Alexandra Emanuelli, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025
This building will complement the larger units planned for the nearby Phase One Tower, which is set to finish late this year.
—Charlotte Observer, 6 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The seats also have the usual complement of features, power adjustments to a memory function, and multiple heat options to top-quality lumbar support.
—James Raia, Mercury News, 31 Aug. 2025
The brand will launch mini styles as a complement to the full-sized pieces and a new array of collectible crystals in rose and clear quartz for customers to personalize their bags.
—Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 28 Aug. 2025
Verb
The beverage pairings are just as thoughtfully crafted, with wines, teas, or zero-proof options designed to complement every bite.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2025
This building will complement the larger units planned for the nearby Phase One Tower, which is set to finish late this year.
—Charlotte Observer, 6 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for complement
Noun
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The fatty acid is available as a supplement.—
Lindsay Cook,
Health,
10 Sep. 2025
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Some of Jordan’s patients have had good luck with supplements containing an herb called maca.—
Sam Manzella,
Flow Space,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The restaurant has the option to use the lobby for seating, increasing its capacity.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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It’s meant to be as small and unobtrusive as possible, while still offering 80% of the capacity of the company’s larger models like the Big+Quiet.—
Andrew Gebhart,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Dainty gold buckles adorn the soft suede straps that will hold your feet firmly in place, and the square toe design offers room for your toes to sit comfortably without feeling squished.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Sep. 2025
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The father-son duo both towered over Hargitay, adorning casual clothing in snaps taken from their visit.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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For a year and a half, the detectives first approached a large volume of low-match DNA results which could be traced back to existing American family trees.—
Claire Lempert,
ABC News,
12 Sep. 2025
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American craft beer, for example, has grown over the last 30 years to take nearly 15% of US beer sales by volume.—
Nish Acharya,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The trio, working in tandem with a blend of 30 essential oils and extracts, comes together to condition hair follicles, relieve dry scalp, smooth split ends, and enhance hair elasticity.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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That is, the group enables Hamas to be both arsonist and firefighter, enhancing its control and reach into the lives of average, everyday Palestinians in Gaza.—
Sean Durns,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Buying Hawaii In 2012, Ellison bought 98% of the island of Lanai from David Murdock, the CEO of Dole Food Company and owner of real estate holding company, Castle & Cooke.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, a 2022 study by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston University focused on returns for public pension plans that invest in a mix of public and alternative private assets, like private equity and real estate.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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To complete the sequence, Gray returned to his love and lightly touched hands before drinking a potion to join him in eternity.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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The star went bold with eyeliner and long lashes and added a glossy nude pink lip to complete the beauty look.—
Starr Bowenbank,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Renovated cabins are decorated in a nostalgic mountain vibe, with plaids and wood tones reigning supreme.—
Elliott Harrell,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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For dessert was a chocolate cake with brown butter vanilla buttercream icing baked by Gaby Scelzo, decorated with baby blue ruffles and pink frosted roses.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Complement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/complement. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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